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The best Centralized Exchanges on Ethereum Classic in 2026

We track 7 Centralized Exchanges that run on Ethereum Classic and have reviewed 7 of them in full. Our top pick is OKX. Each one is scored on security, ease of use, fees and features.

Ranked list

  1. 1
    OKX logo

    OKX

    Centralized Exchanges · Ethereum, Bitcoin, X Layer +21

    OKX is a large centralized crypto exchange offering spot, derivatives, earn products, a Web3 wallet and a card. DefiLlama tracks about $29.3 billion in TVL, but users still rely on the exchange as a custodian.

    Read the OKX reviewVisit OKX(opens in a new tab)
    ScoreScore 8.0 out of 10
    TVL $28.4B+0.1%
  2. 2
    Gate logo

    Gate

    Centralized Exchanges · Ethereum, Bitcoin, BNB Chain +129

    Gate is a centralized crypto exchange founded in 2013 that now spans spot, futures, stocks and earn products. Its breadth and proof-of-reserves claims are the draw; custody risk and unclear regional licensing are the main caveats.

    Read the Gate reviewVisit Gate(opens in a new tab)
    ScoreScore 7.7 out of 10
    TVL $5.91B−2.6%
  3. 3
    Poloniex logo

    Poloniex

    Centralized Exchanges · Ethereum, Tron, XRP Ledger +8

    Poloniex is a long-running centralized crypto exchange offering spot trading, derivatives and custodial wallets. It is a conventional exchange, so custody and counterparty risk apply.

    Read the Poloniex reviewVisit Poloniex(opens in a new tab)
    ScoreScore 6.8 out of 10
    TVL $896M−2.7%
  4. 4
    Gate US logo

    Gate US

    Centralized Exchanges · Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain +66

    Gate US is described as the US-incorporated arm of the Gate crypto exchange, aimed at American individuals and institutions. Public sources support its identity, but US-specific fees, licenses and product scope are not published in them.

    Read the Gate US reviewVisit Gate US(opens in a new tab)
    ScoreScore 6.8 out of 10
    TVL $53.9M−1.8%
  5. 5
    NonKYC logo

    NonKYC

    Centralized Exchanges · Arbitrum, Avalanche, Ethereum +13

    NonKYC is a centralized crypto exchange that says it needs no ID verification and lists 200+ coins, including privacy coins like Monero. Its privacy pitch is clear, but audits, ownership and regulatory status are not published publicly.

    Read the NonKYC reviewVisit NonKYC(opens in a new tab)
    ScoreScore 6.5 out of 10
    TVL $1.45M−2.6%
  6. 6
    Latoken logo

    Latoken

    Centralized Exchanges · Ethereum, BNB Chain, Solana +16

    LATOKEN is a centralized crypto exchange founded in 2017 that focuses on new token listings, airdrops and altcoin trading. Its fees and regulatory details are not clearly set out, so check them before depositing.

    Read the Latoken reviewVisit Latoken(opens in a new tab)
    ScoreScore 5.8 out of 10
    TVL $232K−3.2%
  7. 7
    Exmo logo

    Exmo

    Centralized Exchanges · Ethereum Classic, Ethereum, TON +2

    Exmo was a centralized crypto exchange founded in 2014. Its homepage now says the exchange is closing and asks users to withdraw their funds.

    Read the Exmo reviewVisit Exmo(opens in a new tab)
    ScoreNot rated yet
    TVL $12−2.0%

Centralized Exchanges on Ethereum Classic: the numbers

Tracked
7
Reviewed
7
Total TVL
$35.3B
Avg. score
6.9/10

There are 7 centralized exchanges on Ethereum Classic in the DappsAtlas index. Every one of them has a full review. Together they hold $35.3B in total value locked, counting value on every chain they support. OKX dominates, with 81% of that total. The top five account for 100%, while the median centralized exchange holds $53.9M.

By value locked, the largest centralized exchanges on Ethereum Classic are OKX ($28.4B), Gate ($5.91B) and Poloniex ($896M). On DappsAtlas scores, OKX ranks first at 8.0/10, ahead of Gate (7.7) and Poloniex (6.8). That makes OKX both the biggest and the best-rated. Across the 6 rated centralized exchanges, the average score is 6.9/10 and 1 score 8 or higher.

Many also deploy elsewhere, most often on Ethereum (7), Tron (7) and Bitcoin (6). Of the 7 with a confirmed status, 6 are active and 1 is inactive or wound down. In the past week, total value locked was roughly flat (−0.5%). OKX gained the most (+0.1%), while Poloniex dropped the most (−2.7%).

Largest by TVL

  1. 1OKX logoOKX$28.4B
  2. 2Gate logoGate$5.91B
  3. 3Poloniex logoPoloniex$896M
  4. 4Gate US logoGate US$53.9M
  5. 5NonKYC logoNonKYC$1.45M

Highest rated

  1. 1OKX logoOKX8.0
  2. 2Gate logoGate7.7
  3. 3Poloniex logoPoloniex6.8
  4. 4Gate US logoGate US6.8
  5. 5NonKYC logoNonKYC6.5

Method

How we ranked them

Reviewed dApps come first. Each DappsAtlas review scores security, ease of use, fees and features from 0 to 10 using public facts such as audits, documentation and on-chain data; the overall score orders the list, with total value locked as the tie-breaker. Projects we have not reviewed yet follow, ordered by total value locked. Scores are never sold.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the largest centralized exchange on Ethereum Classic by TVL?

OKX is the largest centralized exchange on Ethereum Classic by total value locked, with $28.4B across all the chains it supports. It is followed by Gate ($5.91B) and Poloniex ($896M). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.

Which centralized exchange on Ethereum Classic has the highest DappsAtlas score?

OKX has the highest score at 8.0/10, ahead of Gate (7.7) and Poloniex (6.8). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.

How many centralized exchanges on Ethereum Classic has DappsAtlas reviewed?

DappsAtlas tracks 7 centralized exchanges on Ethereum Classic. Of these, 7 have a full review and 7 report value locked, $35.3B in total, counting value on every chain they support.

Which centralized exchanges on Ethereum Classic grew the most this week?

Among centralized exchanges with at least $1M locked, OKX had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+0.1%) and Poloniex the biggest drop (−2.7%). Combined TVL moved −0.5% over the same seven days.

What is the average score for centralized exchanges on Ethereum Classic?

The 6 rated centralized exchanges on Ethereum Classic average 6.9 out of 10. Of these, 1 score 8 or higher and 0 score below 5.